Congratulations . / YouAre Now Part of the GEFamily . Welcome to tile GE family . We're proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable sepAce . You'll see it in this easy - to - use C " , vner's Manual and you'll Ileal it in the friendly voices ( ) tone customer smwice department . Best of all , you'll expmience these values each time yotl use your dishwasher . That's important , because your itew disbwasher _ dll be pmt of your family for many years . And we hope yo'd will be part of ours tbr a long lime to come â¢ We Oaank you _ L ) Ibuying GE . We appreciate your purchase , and bope you _ 11 continue to rely on us _ henever you need quality appliances for yore " home . Important / . Staple sales slip or cancelled check here . Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warrant _ Write the model and serial numbers here . # Youcan find them on the tub wall just inside the doo _ Page: 3

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION . READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING . A WARNING ! For your safe _ the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire , explosion , electric shock , or to prevent property damage , personal injury , or loss of life . WATERHEATESRAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more . Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances . If the hot water has not been used [ i ) r two weeks or more , prevent the possibility of damage or injtn T by turning on all hot water tlmcets and allow them to nm for seventl n / inu ( es . Do tills befote using any elecuical appliance which is connected to tl _ e hot water system . This simple procedure xdll allow any builvup hydrogen gas to escape . Since dm gas is t ] ammahle , do t / or smoke or use an open flalne or appliance during ttlis process . Page: 5

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION . READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING . A WARNING ! DONOT . . . ! i Do not tamper _ dth controls . Do not allow children to play inside , on or with this Do not abuse , sit on , or stand appliance or any discarded on the door or dish rack of appliance . the dishwasher . N Do not discard a dishwasher _ thout first removing the door of the washing compartment . Do not store or use conthustible matmials , gasoline or other flammable vapors and liqukls in the " dcinity of this or any other appliance . Page: 7

WHENUSINGYOURDISHWASHER 1 . Js _ , only powder or liquid Do not umth the heating detergenL _ or wetting agents element during or recommended for use in a immediately , after use . dishwasher . Do not operate your dishwasher unless all Locate shmqp items so that enclosure panels are propm ly hey ' u e not likely to damage the door seal . in place . : Load shaq ) knives with the Close super , ision is necessa U handles up to reduce the risk if this applimlce is used by or of cut4 ) qae injuries , near children . sa Load light plastic items so Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher they _ dll not become dislodged and drop to dae safe or the equivalent . For bottom of tile dishwasher - plastic items not so n _ arked , check the roanufacturer's they might come into conu _ ct recoB3mendations . with the heating element and be damaged . REMEMBER . . . Yourcontinued health and safety are important to us . Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully . We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GEfamilI _ SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS Page: 8

About the dishwasher control panel Youcan locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the doo _ Throughout this manual , features and appearance may vary from your model . options ControlSettings _ . The Display This display tells you what is happening in 1he dishwasher and can alert you to some possible problems . It also remembers your last cycle so you don't have to reprogvam each time . See the About the display section . Information displayed : m LOAD SELECTION . m OPTIONS . When the dishwasher is sensing the amount of soil in the load . I Cycle phase , such as WASHING , RINSING or DRYING . I Diagmostic codes to alert you to possible problems . Time lemaining in the _ ) cle _ ill be displayed approx . I1 _ 15 minutes at ) er cTOe has started . 11 The alllOtlllt ol'soiI in the load . Set ' the Know the displayse { tion Ibr Cxl ) lamation oI displays and _ odes . The Active Velzt _ lhc \ mill will ell ) so duri ] lg washing to ze _ ain heat and i cduce tloisc . Atit : l washing i _ will open to \ cnI ] l : oisIute mid help th ( ' ( lishcs tlC , tilxtcl . 8 Page: 9

About the display diagnostic codes . What To Do WhatIt Means IFDISHWASHERWASIN USEWHEN _ Electrical power to the dishwasher has been THEPOWERFAILUREOCCURRED : RESET interrupted but is now back on . I Press the RESETpad and wait approximately 30 seconds . 2 Unlatch and open the door . A ff the detergent cup is open and empty and the dishwasher was set for the NORMAL POTSPANSor CHINACRYSTALcycle , close door and put the load through a RINSEHOLDcycle Atier the RINSEHOLDcycle is completed , add detergent and reset the load for the washing Q'cle you want . B If the detergent cup is closed and the dish ' _ asher was set for the NORMALPOTSPANSor CHINACRYSTALcycle , reset the dishwasher lor the _ lsh cycle you want . C If the dishx _ sher was set for the RINSE HOLDcycle , reset the dishwasher tbr RINSEHOLD . IF THE DISHWASHER WAS NOT IN USE when power t _ tilure occulted , use dish _ asher as you normally would . F ! Slow draining . The This dishwashel is designed to autoinatically colnpensate for longer L I dishwasher is taking longer than normal to than noz _ nal drain times , hut cycle time drain the water out . will be extended . If this code continues This is usually caused to appear frequendy : by a blockage in the drain I ( ; lean the air gap . air gap , a kink in the 2 Check for a kink in the drain hose . drain hose , or a stopped - up pipe . 3 Check plumbing ti ) r slow or stopped - up dndns . NOTE : Wa _ Tanty sezYice does not cover household dndn problems . 12 Page: 13

What It Means What To Do Drain is blocked . This Press the RESETpadto stop the beep . E2 indicates that the drain Locate and remove file blockage in the is so dogged that the RESET drain system , To pump any remaining dishwasher cannot water out of the machine : continue to operate in a satisfactory manner . 1 Latch the door . Dishwasher will stop . 2 Select any cycle . 3 Touch STARTand then immediately touch RESET . NOTE : Warranty service does not cover household dxn , in problems . Drain sensor is not It [ 3 repeats for the next Qcle , call g3 tor selwice . functioning . Dishwasher will continue cycle along with a fLxed drain period . There is too much water Press the RESETpad to stop the beep . in the dishwasher . The dishwasber is designed to RESET automatically pump out extra water as long as the door is latched . _ , _ n e n you hear the motor stop running : I Unlatch the door and see if all the WaIer iS golle . 2 If you see water entering the dishwasber , close and latch die door . Shut oil the water supply to the disbwasher . 3 If water is gone and no water is cnlcling the dishwasher , restart Q'clc . 4 I1 ' r - el repeaL % shutoffthewater supply lo the dishwasher , Call tor SeI _ qCe . 13 Page: 14

About the display diagnostic codes . What It Means What To Do Unlatch the door . If there is no water in E5 Not enough water is the bottom of the dishwasher , check the entering the dishwasher . water supply to the dishwasher . Is the dish _ r , asher _ , qter supply turned on ? OR â¢ Is the household _ , qter supply turned on ? " If you use well or cistern _ ter , is the supply adequate ? If the water supply is adequate , try the cTcle again . If _ S repeats , call for ser _ 4ce . The drain pump could be Unlatch the door . ff there is standing water in the bottom of the dishwasher , temporarily blocked relatch the door , touch START , then ( usually caused by food particles such as cereal ) . immediately touch RESETto start the pump . If urS continues to appe , ' u , you may need to do this seve1 , ql times to break up the blockage . The water temperature Avoid showez _ or launthTjust prior to ES in the dishwasher did not running the dishwasher . ( Use the DELAY STARTfeature to start dishwasher reach the proper wash temperature . This is when the _ ter heater is up to nom _ d usually caused by lack of tempecature . ) Adjust household water heater thermostat to 120 Â° F . hot water coming from the household water heater . i _ tinilrllAnl . If E 6 appears _ { th evely ' Q'cle and ryou know the water fiom the water heate is hot ( 120 Â° F . or more ) , call tbr sm - dce . The temperature sensor The tempe _ , qture sensor needs to be P ' - I in the dishwasher is not L I replaced . Call tor setx @ e . functioning properly . NOTE : You may contilme to use your Dishwasher may continue dishwasher . For best results a Â¢ ! iust your to be used , but it will not household watel heatei thoaaaostat heat water automatically , to 140 Â° F . Before YouCall For Service ' lly the _ T ( le again to see if the _ o ( le reappears . The dishwasher may conect itself . In Electronic controls can be atlk : ctcd by outside interference . Shutting olt power to the dishwasher ( at the tiLse or circuit breakez ) could COITeCt the problem . Re _ tore powcl M _ el 15 secoluls and tl T the c ) , cle again . â¢ Check tile guide t _ ) r things _ ) u can do to COtTeCt the problem . ld â¢ See the Trovb / eshoo _ 9 _ at the back of this manual . Page: 15

Using the dishwasher . Checkthe Water Temperature The entenng water must be at least 120 Â° F . and not more than 150 Â° F . , for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage . Check the water temperature _ ith a candy or nleat thel _ lometer . Tuna on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher , place the thelTnometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising . Adjust your water heater , if needed . Usinga RinseAgent A rinse agent , such as JEt - DRYm , akes _ ter flow off the dishes quickly thereby reducing water spotting . Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening . Replace cap . To check ifdnse agent is needed , remove the cap and look into the dispenser . On some models , the dispenser can be checked by pressing the clear center of the Jill ( ap 2 ol 3 times . If nnse agent fills the center of the fill cap , you have enough . A fulldispensershou / dlastabout3months . If rinse agentspills , wipe it upimmediately It can keep your detergent from working . 16 Page: 17

. â¢ ProperUseof Detergent Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers . Keep your detergent fresh and & T - Don't put powder detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes . The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hardor so [ t . With hard water , you need extra detergent . With soft water , you need less detergent . Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is . Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water . A water softener is recommended . Without it , lime can build up in the water yah'e , which could stick while open and cause flooding . Too much detergent with soft _ v / ter can cause a pem _ mnt cloudiness ofglassx _ vtre , called etchin9 . You'll find two detergent dispensers on the OpenCup inside door of your dishw _ her . All x _ a _ shcycles require detergent hathe main cup . Wash cycles with two washes Mll also use the open cup . Be sure the control panel lights are not lit before adding detergent . Othei ' _ ise , the detergent cup MI1 riot close and latch MainCup properly . Add detergent then close the main cup . IVOFE : ' I'oopen detergent cup after it has been closed , simply tuna the detergent cup handle counter < lock , Mse undl it releases . A snapping sound may be heard . ForgettoAdd a Dish ? A forgotten dish can be added any time betbre the main wash . _ Push the door latch to the left . _ j _ Once the _ water calms , open the door . Steam nlay rise out oflhe ' dish _ - asher . _ Add forgotten dishes . _ Close the door and push the latch to the fat nght . / VOTE " llyou tim'got to lat01 the d r a reminder signal will beep 17 undl you do so . Page: 18

Loading the dishwasher racks . For best dishwashing results , follow these loading guidelines . Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Upper Rack The upper rack isfor glasses , cups and saucers . Cups and glasses fit best along ale sides . This is also a secure place for dishwasher - safe plasdcs . A cup shelf ( on some models ) may be placed in the up oi down position to acid flexibility . The upper i - ackisgood for all kinds of odd - shaped utensils . Saucepans , rnLxingbowls and odael items should be p ] aced face dmwa . Securelargerdishwasher - safpelasticsevertwo fingers whenpossible . Makesuresmallplasticitemsaresecureso theycan'tfall ontotheheadngelement The Wash Tower Keepthecenterareaclearin thelowerrack . The wash tower rises through tbe center of the ] ow , 2rrack during the wash alld ] i ] lse portions o [ the cTcle . Oon'tbleckit orloadtaflthingseaxtto i [ Also , be careful not to let a portion of an iteln su ( h as a pot or dish handle extend dirough the bottom rack . - I'his could block the wash ann anti cause poor washing results . 18 Page: 19

Lower Rack Whenloadingthelowerrack , donotloadlargeplattersor traysin thefrontrightcomer . Theymaypreventdetergent fromcirculatingduringthewashcycle . The lower rack is best used for plates , saucers , and cookware . Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides . Load platters , pots and bowls along the sides , in comers , or in the back . The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack . Fold < lown fingers ( on some models ) provide flexibility for extra large and hard - to - fit items . The fingers may be left in the up position or tMded down to customize the lower rack . Silverware Basket Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands . Place spoons in the basket with handles down . Mix knives , forks and spoons so they don't nest together . Disu - ibute evenly . Small plastic items , such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers , should go in the bottom of the silvervaare basket with silver - , rare on top . To increase the tlexibility of the lower v , , tck , the Don'tlet any silvel'ware basket may be split . Gn _ sp the basket at itemextend opposite comers and slide apart . The basket throughbottom . secthms should be placed in tim lower rock by hanging them on the top hoop . A sectu3ty cell cover ( on some models ) hinged in some handles ( an be lowered to eithel side to secure lightweight items t } oIn the efl ( CkS ill the vigorot is % _ ash acUon . 19 Page: 20

Caring for the dishwasher . Toclean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughl ) _ To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax . Never use sharp objects , scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwashe _ Protect Against Freezing If your dishwasher is lef'Lin an unheated place dudng the _ dntet , ask a sePdce technician to : ' ! _ ; Cut ot1 t lecuical i ) ower to the dishwasher . Remove ! _ fllses or trip circuit breaker . _ Wurn offthe water supply and disconnect the water â¢ inletline d - ore thewatervalve . i _ [ } nfin watel hom the water inlet line and water " " valxe . ( l . Jseapan tocatch the _ - ater . ) _ Reconnect the _ , ' ater inlet line to the _ ter valve . , _ Remove die plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water m the robber boot . Does YourDishwasher Have an A # Gap ? An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a dnfin dogs . The air gap is not a part of the dishx , atsher . It is not covered by your wmTanty . Not all plumbing codes require air gaps , so you may not have one . The air gap is easy to clean â¢ Che _ _ eakgapanytimeyour _ ' l'um offthe dishwasher and lift off the chrome d _ sl _ vasimhetdr raininwgelt cover . _ Uns _ Imv the plastic cap and clean with a toothpk : k . 2 ! Page: 22

Problem5 . PossibleCauses What ToDo Noise Some of the sotmds â¢ Soft lood disposal you'll hear are normal slu edding acdon . Drain valve opening to pump water out . â¢ Timer control as cycle pro _ - esses . Detergent cup opening . The motor stopping during dm th3Ang pmiod . Water draining out of tile tub immediately after you totlch RESETpad . UtensiIs are not secure Make sure eveD't hing is secured in dishwasher . in the rack or something small has dropped into the rack Motor hums Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis . If you do not use your dishwasher often , set it to fill and pump out once every week . This will hel l ) keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear . Close and latch the door . Detergentcuplid latchedaccidentally " louch the RESETpadhree three times within t seconds . Display will shiiw dERESET When display is blank , unlatch the door and ol ) en the detergent cup . Detergentleftin Dishes are blocking the Â° Reposition the dishes . dispenser cups detergent cups WaterManding in This is normal . \ small amount of clean the bottom of the tub watel around tile outlet on the tub hotlom at tht _ back of the lub keeps thewatel seal lttl ) lic _ tc ( I . 23 Page: 24

Before you call for service . . . _ Troubleshooting tips i , _ , _ . _ _ _ _ _ _ ; _ . _ : _ Possible Causes What To Be Water won'tpump Drain is clogged It > _ u have an air gap , out of the tab clean it . Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well . If not , you may need a plumber . , , If the dish _ < asher dntins into a disposer , nm disposer clear . â¢ See die About the display sectiozL Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic wasn't used dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing . ' , To remove suds from the tub , open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate . Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub . Close and latch the dishwasber . Pump out water . Touch ST . 4Rr , then immediately touch RESE / 7 Repeat if necessary . Rinse agent â¢ Always wipe up rinse agent was spilled spills immediately . Steam This is normal " Steal _ l comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out . Stained wb itrteriur Detergent with â¢ Some detergents contain colorant was used colonmt ( pigment or dyes ) that will discolor the tub interior with extended use . Check the detergent cup tor signs of any discoloration . If cup is discolored , change to delczgt'r ] t x _ Ithot _ t any ( o ] oi3tilt . 24 Page: 25

Before you call for service . . . Troubleshooting 17ps What To Do Cloudiness on Combination of soft This is called etching and glassware water and too much if ; permanent . To prevent detergent this fi - om happening , use less detergent if you have soft water . Wash glassware i ] _ the shortest cycle that will get them dean . Lower tile water heater Water temperature entering the dishwasher temperature . exceeds 150 Â° F . Black orgray Aluminmn uteItsils have Remove marks with a mild , marks on dishes rubbed against dishes abrasive cleaner . Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains Remove the stain by hand , on inside surfaces using a soludon of l / 2 cup hleach and 3 cups warm water . WARNING l _ f * n e cleaning inte = ior wait at least 20 minutes after a cTcle tbr the heating element to cool down . Failure to do so can zesuh in hums . An overall yellow or â¢ A special filter in the watel brown film can be caused supply line is the only way by iron deposits in water to correct dais problem . Contact a water softener conlpany . Whitefilm oninside Hard water minerals â¢ I'o clean the inteAor , apply surfaces dish _ r + ksher detergent to a damp sponge . Wea _ robber gloves . Do not use anytype of deanser othel than ( lish _ sheJ detergent h ( ' ( _ lllS _ " it nlay cittlSO limming or sudsii _ g . 26 Page: 27

GEDishwasher Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers , or an authorized Customer Care Â® technician . For service , call 800 - GE - CARES . GE Will Replace , At No Charge ToYou : One Year Any part of tile dishwasher which fails due to a defect in From the dote of the materials or wet kxnanship , i ) uring dais full one - year originalpurchase warranty , GE _ ifl also provide , free of charge , all labor and in - home sep : ice to replace the defective part . Second Year Aeypart of dae dishwasher which fails due to a ( letter in From the date of the materials or workmanship . Dining this second - year originalpurchase limited warranty , } ou will be responsible tbr any tahor or ira - home sel _ dce costs . Five Years The dishwaeher rack , Kit should n [ st , o _ the electronic From the date of the control module if it shoukl dill due to a defect in originalpurchase materials or workmanship . During this five - year limited warranty , _ . m will be responsible for any labor or in - home sel - dce costs . TwentyYears ThePermaTu Â® f tubor doorliner , if it fails to contain Fromthe date of the water due to a defect in materials or workmanship . original purchase During this full twenty - year watranq , GE will also pro _ { de , free of charge , all labor and in home setMce to replace the defective part . I Service trips to your home to teach you Damage to rite product caused by how to use the product . accident , fire , floods or acts of God . IImproper installation . _ 1 haddental or collsequendal damage to ! Replacement of house fuses or personal property caused by possible resetting of circuit breakers . defeO . s with fills appliance . Failure of the product if it is } _ Cleaning or servidng of the air gap de _ 4ce in the drain line . abused , mislL _ ed , or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially . _ : swarranty Is extended to the or @ nal purchaser and any succeeding owoer for products purchased , rhome use within the USA In Alaska , the warranty excludes the cost of sh : ppmg or serv ; cecalls to _ urhome _ mestates do not ollow the exclus Â¢ onor hmitohon of tnctdental of consequenttal damages Thts Jrranty gives youspec / hc legal nghts , and youmay also have other rights which van / from state to ate Toknow what your legal rights are , consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your ate's Attorney General 27 Page: 28